photo of the week: “the joy of spices” – Varanasi, india

The bags of colorful and aromatic spices in the Indian markets are a joy! The colors are like a painters palette, vibrant and alive, which is so true of Indian cuisine. Turmeric, coriander, chili powder, tamarind, white pepper, black peppers and so many others that I have no clue what they are or how to use them in cooking.